Van Type Guide
Pickup Truck leasing, subscriptions & short-term hire
A pickup truck trades an enclosed body for an open load bed and, in most cases, genuine off-road capability.
What is it?
What is a pickup truck?
Pickups are commonly leased in double-cab form, with four doors and rear seats alongside the open rear bed. They're rated to carry roughly a tonne of payload and suit loads that are bulky, dirty or don't need to be weatherproofed.
Best for: Tradespeople, agriculture, plant and equipment haulage, and anyone who regularly needs to get off-road.
Popular pickup truck models
- Ford Ranger
- Toyota Hilux
- Isuzu D-Max
- Volkswagen Amarok
How to get one
Pickup Truck leasing options
However long you need a pickup truck for, there's an agreement type to match.
Pickup Truck Subscription
A rolling pickup truck subscription from 1 month, with maintenance, servicing and breakdown cover included — ideal if your requirements might change.
Read the van subscriptions guide →Pickup Truck Short-Term Lease
A fixed 6–12 month pickup truck lease, usually cheaper per month than a subscription if you know your required contract length.
Read the short-term lease guide →Pickup Truck Long-Term Leasing
A traditional 2–4 year pickup truck lease, typically the lowest monthly cost of any agreement — well suited to fleets and predictable, ongoing use. The fastest way to see what's available is Cocoon's Van Finder tool.
Read the long-term leasing guide →FAQs
Pickup Truck leasing questions, answered
How much can a leased pickup truck carry?
Most double-cab pickups are rated to carry around 1 tonne of payload, though this varies by model and cab configuration — check the specific vehicle's spec sheet.
Can I add a canopy or load cover to a leased pickup?
Many leasing partners offer a load cover, canopy or tonneau as an optional extra — ask when you enquire, as availability depends on the provider and model.
Are pickup trucks good off-road?
Most double-cab pickups offer four-wheel drive and genuine off-road capability, making them a common choice for agriculture, construction and land management work.